Double Degree in Finance with Maastricht University, the Netherlands
- Degree
- Double and Triple Degree
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Year
- 2027/2028
Programme features | This Double Degree is aimed at students enrolled in the first year of Luiss's Master's Degree in Finance, with a major in Corporate Finance. The programme equips students with advanced skills in corporate and entrepreneurial finance, corporate governance, risk management, and financial research methods, providing a thorough understanding of the relationships between companies and financial markets. As part of the programme, students will spend a period of study at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, one of Europe's most international universities. They will benefit from a multicultural learning environment and a multidisciplinary approach developed in close collaboration with institutions, companies, and industry partners worldwide. |
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Programme structure | The programme is structured as follows:
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Places available | There are 5 places available for each academic year. |
Who is eligible to apply? | The call for applications for the 2027–2028 mobility year is open to students enrolled in the first year of Luiss's Master's degree in Finance during the 2026–2027 academic year. |
Eligible majors | Corporate Finance |
Fees | Luiss students will pay tuition fees to Luiss and are therefore exempt from paying tuition fees to Maastricht University. |
Qualifications awarded |
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Disclaimer:
The information on this page – including eligible degree programmes and majors, admission requirements, and so on – is reviewed annually and may be updated for future years of mobility. Applicants are encouraged to check this page regularly for any updates before submitting their application.
Luiss Academic Coordinator
Andrea Polo
Faculty | apolo@luiss.it
International Degree Programmes
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
For general queries:
international@luiss.it
For questions about the programme:
Vincenzo Fierro
vfierro@luiss.it
Tel. +39 06 85225592
Key academic regulations
- Interested students are required to read and understand the study plan and its rules. Changes to the study plan are usually not possible.
- The examinations listed in the curriculum must be taken and passed before the start of the mobility year. The exams must be taken and passed in the academic year indicated in the study plan (not after).
- During the mobility period, students will be subject to the regulations of Maastricht University.
Thesis Guidelines
Detailed information about the procedures and their deadlines will be provided by each university in due course. For reference:
- Students will complete their theses during their mobility period at Maastricht with two supervisors: one from each university.
- Students must respect the thesis procedures and deadlines from both institutions. Each institution will grade the final thesis according to its own standards.
- Students must complete all academic activities required by the programme (including all first-year courses to be taken at Luiss) before defending their thesis at Maastricht University.
- Students will be required to defend their thesis orally:
- at Maastricht University by the end of June/beginning of July, and at Luiss during the October/November session. In this case, the degree awarded by Maastricht University will be conferred in the spring of the following year;
- at Maastricht University by the end of October and at Luiss during the October/November session. In this case, the degree awarded by Maastricht University will be conferred in the spring of the following year.
Further information
- Students selected for a Double Degree Programme are required to comply with the prescribed study plan for their mobility year, including any changes, particularly those related to language courses and other academic activities.
- While every effort will be made to provide students with complete, accurate, and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, amend, modify, or revoke the programme.
- Luiss is not responsible for any cancellations or changes to the programme that arise from circumstances beyond its control. Should this occur, all students affected will be informed promptly.
Application Process
Details of the application procedure and any further information not available on this page will be published in the relevant Call for Applications.
For further information, please contact the International Degree Programmes Office at international@luiss.it.
Admission Criteria (mobility year 2027/28)
For upcoming mobility years, the eligibility criteria are reviewed and updated on this webpage around September each year.
| Requirements for applications for the 2027/2028 mobility year |
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| Having passed 3 out of the 4 exams graded on a 30-point scale scheduled for the first semester of your degree programme. |
| Weighted average of 26/30 or higher; |
English language requirements: Students must have an English language proficiency level of at least C1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, as evidenced by one of the following qualifications:
English language certificates must not have been awarded more than two years before the programme start date (September 2026). |
Selection criteria (mobility year 2027/28)
Eligible candidates will be ranked based on their academic performance and the criteria listed in the table below. Academic performance is assessed based on the data available to the Student Office by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February).
| Criterion | Weighting | Details |
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| Weighted average grade | 35% | Calculated based on the minimum pass mark for exams (18/30). |
| Registered credits | 35% | The score will take into account the credits recorded by the deadline specified in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February). Credits from additional courses (free courses) and internships will not be taken into account. |
| Level of English language proficiency | 25% | Calculated according to the six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C2. |
| Bachelor’s degree grade | 5% | From 100/110 to 110 with honours. |
Call for Applications – Timeline for the mobility year 2027-2028
For upcoming mobility years, the timeline is reviewed and updated on this webpage around September each year.
| Phase | Timeline |
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| Publication of the call for applications | Early December 2026 |
| Opening of the application period | 8 January 2027 |
| Deadline for submitting applications | 21 January 2027 by Midday (12pm) |
| Publication of the selection results | The second half of February 2027 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
note that these dates are subject to change; any alterations will be communicated promptly.
